East Nichols St. over Welsh Drainage Canal
PoorPosted for loadJefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana · 0.2 MI East of LA 99 · Structure no. 072730146924821
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
East Nichols St. over Welsh Drainage Canal is a concrete slab carrying East Nichols St. over Welsh Drainage Canal in Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 550 by 2039. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was East Nichols St. over Welsh Drainage Canal built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is East Nichols St. over Welsh Drainage Canal in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does East Nichols St. over Welsh Drainage Canal carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is East Nichols St. over Welsh Drainage Canal?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns East Nichols St. over Welsh Drainage Canal?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency and maintained by the County Highway Agency.